Origin
Fitchburg, WI
Night in Fitchburg on Thursday
Local time
10:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fitchburg, WI to Beloit, WI
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
45.2 mi
73 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fitchburg, WI
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Beloit, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fitchburg, WI to Beloit, WI covers 45.2 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 213, US 14, South Madison Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.3 miles on State Highway 213. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.07 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 45.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 9m highway drive covering 45.2 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 213 and US 14. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.3 miles on State Highway 213.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 213 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 213 and US 14. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near CTH M / County Highway M.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Fitchburg, WI to Beloit, WI is easy. At 1h 9m with 67% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (CTH M / County Highway M): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles (US 14): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 12.7 miles (US 14 / US Highway 14): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CTH M / County Highway M
Turn left onto CTH M / County Highway M
Navigation decision point
3
5.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 14
Merge onto US 14
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
12.7 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 14 / US Highway 14
Enter roundabout onto US 14 / US Highway 14
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
18.3 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
WI 213 / North Madison Street
Turn right onto WI 213 / North Madison Street
Navigation decision point
4
44.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
WI 81; WI 213 / 4th Street
Turn right onto WI 81; WI 213 / 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 213 | 15.3 mi | 21m |
| US 14 | 7.5 mi | 9m |
| South Madison Road | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| US Highway 14 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| County Highway M | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| State Highway 59 | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| West Beloit Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| East Liberty Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 213
— 15.3 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fitchburg, WI and Beloit, WI.
1
Start on Wendt Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Wendt Road
2
Turn left onto CTH M
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
County Highway M
3
Turn straight onto CTH MM
101 ft
·
2 sec
·
CTH MM
4
Turn slight left onto CTH MM
414 ft
·
10 sec
·
CTH MM
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
6
Merge onto US 14
7.1 mi
·
9 min
·
US 14
7
Enter roundabout onto US 14
115 ft
·
9 sec
·
US Highway 14
8
Continue on US 14
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
US Highway 14
9
Continue on US 14; WI 59
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
US 14; WI 59
10
Continue on US 14; WI 59
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Union Street
11
Turn right onto WI 213
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Madison Street
12
Continue on WI 59; WI 213
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 59
13
Continue on WI 213
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 213
14
Continue on WI 213
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Beloit Street
15
Continue on WI 213
7.6 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 213
16
Continue on WI 213
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
South Madison Road
17
Turn left onto WI 81; WI 213
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Liberty Avenue
18
Turn right onto WI 81; WI 213
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
4th Street
19
Turn left onto WI 81
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Portland Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
US 51
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.6 mi from Fitchburg, WI · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.6 miles from Fitchburg, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Beloit, WI
The final approach into Beloit, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.07 one way
$14.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.76 | $15.52 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.70 | $17.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.98 | $19.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Beloit, WI
Night in Beloit on Thursday
Local time
10:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Dunkirk, WI
23 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
17 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 9m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Fitchburg, WI to Beloit, WI covers 45.2 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 213, US 14, South Madison Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.6 miles from Fitchburg, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.07 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Fitchburg, WI to Beloit, WI is easy. At 1h 9m with 67% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (CTH M / County Highway M): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles (US 14): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 12.7 miles (US 14 / US Highway 14): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Fitchburg, WI to Beloit, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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